Claire "Skip" Farnam's obituary , Passed away on September 6, 2025 in Geneseo, Illinois

Claire "Skip" Farnam

November 8, 1936 - September 6, 2025 (88 years old)

Geneseo, Illinois

Claire "Skip" Farnam's obituary , Passed away on September 6, 2025 in Geneseo, Illinois

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Claire "Skip" Farnam

November 8, 1936 - September 6, 2025 (88 years old)

Geneseo, Illinois

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Claire Farnam Obituary

We bid farewell to Claire Farnam of Geneseo, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 6, 2025 at the age of 88. Claire touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Rollin Farnam and Cora Farnam (West); his sister Ruth; his brother-in-law LeRoy Whipple; his nieces, Joyce Girt and Julie Millhollin; and his son-in-law Mike Myers.

He is survived by: his wife Janett Roehrs; his children, Bonnie Myers of Geneseo, Sherilyn Wethington (Jim) of Geneseo, Melissa Jensen of Daytona Beach, FL and Rodney Holke-Farnam (Corrine) of Grundy Center, IA; his grandchildren, Marlisa Dwyer (Scott), Bryan Myers (Becky), Catrina Farnam-Jensen, Molly Conlon (Tom), Thomas Jensen, Meghan Haverland (Max), Curt Jensen (Elise), Genna Wethington (Drew Himmelman), Jesper Holke-Farnam (Cherise), Amy Wethington and Josie Holke-Farnam; his great grandchildren, Remlee, Daxton Dwyer, Reagan, Reid Myers, Paislee Jackson, Marshall, Miles Haverland, Cora Conlon, Zane and Truett Jensen; and his nephew Jim Whipple.

Memorials may be directed to Concordia Lutheran Church or AETA (Antique Engine and Tractor Association).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Van Demore Funeral Homes and crematory



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Sep 14

Visitation

Vandemore Funeral Home - Geneseo
580 E Ogden Ave, Geneseo, IL 61254

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Sep 15

Funeral service

Concordia Lutheran Church
316 S Oakwood Ave, Geneseo, IL 61254

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